Cost of Living Calculator - Hayward, California vs Watsonville, California


The cost of living in Watsonville, California is 9.8% cheaper than Hayward, California.

You would need a salary of $67,663 in Watsonville, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Hayward, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Watsonville, California is cheaper than Hayward, California
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
13% cheaper in Watsonville
than in Hayward, California
Hayward, CA vs Watsonville, CA
Compared to Hayward, Watsonville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% lower
  Commute
  16.1% lower
  Health
  6.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% lower

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